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Adult education is a practice in which adults engage in courses, programs, or activities to gain new skills, knowledge, and practical experience. Sometimes considered “continuing education,” adult education encompasses a wide variety of learning opportunities, from taking a music class as a hobby, to embarking on a specialization to switch careers. It could include community building and engagement, tools to enhance entrepreneurship such as leadership and problem solving, and much more.
Coursera offers many free courses to start your adult education journey. Here are a few examples:
Creative writing
Language
Fine arts and music
Psychology and well-being
Adult education includes a wide range of courses–nearly any course on Coursera could be considered adult education. With so many possibilities, consider courses that encourage strategies for learning, such as Learning How to Learn: Powerful mental tools to help you master tough subjects from Deep Teaching Solutions and how to engage with digital tools with Internet History, Technology, and Security from the University of Michigan. You might find it helpful to take the Microsoft 365 Fundamentals Specialization to learn the basics of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Powerpoint, which are essential to many careers today. Take a look at our popular business, data science, and health courses and degrees.
Adult education has many benefits, whether your intent is creativity, self-fulfillment, or career advancement. In an ever-changing world, it’s important to stay up-to-date with today’s skills, information, and topics. Learning also has countless benefits for keeping your mind active and maintaining a growth mindset. You can keep up with the job market by switching or advancing your career to something more lucrative or rewarding. You can also meet new people by taking a class. With Coursera, you can start learning today from anywhere and at your own pace.
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When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Adult Education, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.